- TCI/Peltor Liberator Headset

10.15.08

The latest SOCOM tactical Headset issued to all Special Operators that is made for use on military radios such as the MBITR, PRC-148, PRC-126, PRC-128, PRC-117, PRC-150, PRC-152, PSC-5D and ASIP. On the end of the PTT cable is a standard 6 pin Push on Mil Connector. This TCI Liberator Headset offers exceptional communication quality and electronic hearing protection during the most demanding circumstances. The ability to maintain peripheral hearing and amplify warning sounds are vital for any mission. TCI’s compression and noise gating systems attenuate dangerous sound levels automatically, while providing the ability to amplify ambient sounds up to seven time. Dual external microphones continually monitor ambient sounds and instantaneously provide hearing protection (NNR 20 dB) before potential hearing loss.

The Liberator headset is ideal for firefights, distractionary entries, training exercises and even Hunting and also allows the operator to maintain radio communication. Radio communications are never compromised even when harmful ambient sound levels engage the hearing protection component. The unique flexible phase and noise canceling boom microphone enhances communications during combat situations. This means adversarial gunfire will not be transmitted to other operators, whereby compromising situational awareness. In fact, left and right external microphones potentially increase an operator’s ability to isolate the source of the gunfire even better than the unprotected ear.

This headset system was designed to Mil-Spec standards and can be comfortably worn underthe ACH, MICH or PASGT style ballistic helmets. It does not interfere with weapon positioning since the flexible boom microphone. and adapters are vailable for military aviation systems (ICS), public safety radios, and an array of military field radios. . All Liberator headsets include single TCI Tactical Push-To-Talks (PTT’s) and come in the US Military Issue OD Green models.

Here is what the Manufacturer says about the head sets:

SINGLE-COMM VERSION - The Liberator (Single-Comm) is a digital tactical headset allowing an operator to interface, monitor and transmit on one radio... It was designed for Tactical Teams, Special Forces, TACP and JTAC operators to enhance communication reliability and capabilities for contemporary battle. TCI's systems enable total communication capabilities with clear and easily processed communications.